Jojo and Coco's Unexpected Love

Chapter 288 Unburdened by Debt

“You’re overestimating her.”

Joseph paused, his expression complicated.

“Last night’s incident was my fault, but there are no feelings left between us. Even if I were to marry you officially, it’d be irresponsible of me and would be a waste of your life. If there’s any compensation you desire, feel free to ask.”

Xavia bit her lip, forcing a smile. “I don’t want any compensation. I just want to stay by your side without any official status, regardless of love. Please don’t push me away. You know, you’re the only friend I have left here.”

Joseph nodded in agreement. “I’ll arrange for someone to take care of your daily needs and ensure you receive proper medical treatment.”

“Thank you. Can I ask you something?”

“What is it?”

“Are you afraid of wasting my life, or are you unable to let go of Ms. Chloe?”

“Neither.”

Chloe got a hotel room. With some savings in her possession, she could slowly search for a new place to live. However, it was clear that she could not continue working at Fairlight and needed to find a new job. On top of that, there was the matter of the 28 million she owed. Joseph.

Pondering her options, Chloe retrieved the jewelry her mother had left behind. After careful consideration, she chose a few pieces. Her plan was to visit a jewelry store in the next couple of days to inquire about their value. If they held significant worth, she would use them as collateral to gather enough funds to repay a portion of what she owed him.

In a daze, Chloe stayed at the hotel for a few days, gradually regaining her composure. Carrying two gemstone adornments and an imperial topaz ring, she walked into a jewelry store and politely inquired, “Hello, I’d like to know the potential selling price for these items.”

The salesperson carefully examined the pieces from various angles but seemed unsure. Seeking guidance, they called the manager over. Even the manager appeared indecisive, until finally, the owner of the store intervened and swiftly offered a price.

“How about 150 thousand for one piece or 300 thousand for both? Does that sound fair to you?

”

These two seemingly insignificant trinkets, which

value, were being appraised at 150 thousand each. If these items were worth this much, she wondered about the potential value of the other

on the counter and inquired, “And how

sparkled as he examined the

“How about 450 thousand?” she countered as a smile played on

clenched his teeth. “500 thousand, and that’s

accessible cash was only 800 thousand.

moment. “I can sell it to you for

I’ll buy it back when I have the funds.”

“You can’t use all three items as collateral.

least two.”

some negotiation, the jewelry was sold, and the

ask how these items are priced in

been worth several tens of thousands twenty years ago. Now, with rising prices, they have

in need of some additional funds, so she approached Benjamin for help. Reluctantly, he agreed to provide her with

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declined, stating, “I don’t know him.”

the future. What harm

only calls her “sister” because of Joseph’s influence. Now that her ties to him

Chloe transferred 30 million to Joseph’s account. Now unburdened by

she carried a lightness in her step. However, on the receiving end, Joseph’s reaction was far from

them.

this? Take it back and revise it,” he exclaimed in frustration.